ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
United KingdomLondon Medical - Knightsbridge Doctors

The same clinic has two locations, but only one location does the visa medicals. If the x-ray machine breaks down, they may send you to the Basil St. location but the prices are the same.

I've looked at the info provided in the link you gave me. Wow! 235 quid for a medical exam? Only 110 if you're under 14? It's ridiculous to think that a 15 yr old has to pay (his/hers parents most likely) double that.  This 235 quid is a lot of money when adding everything together...because you basically have to shell this out within the 90 or so days of filing.


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2014-02-13 14:47:00
United KingdomLondon Medical - Knightsbridge Doctors

There is one place only.

While this http://www.visajourn...uide/?p=6741228 link is a K1guide, it contains all the info and links about the medical which you can use to get information.

What doesn't apply to you is
scheduling...you wait until you have an Interview scheduled by NVC before making an appointment
Immunization...you have to be complete by Interview since you don't do adjustment of status AOS.





 

Just one? I actually just read on travel.state.gov, that there are two places. Anyway, good to know.  Thanks for the info.  


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2014-02-13 12:34:00
United KingdomLondon Medical - Knightsbridge Doctors

Hey guys, just a quick question.  I understand, there are several doctors around London that are USCIS approved, right?  My question is about the cost of the medical for spousal visa, and does this cost vary from place to place?


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2014-02-13 11:38:00
United KingdomDCF London I-130 for IR1/CR1 Spouse guide

I'm trying to understand all the fees required through this process for spouse visa. Based on the above posts, these are the fees I see. Please can anyone shed some light on this, is this about right?

$420 I-130

$235 Medical exam

$230 Visa

$165 USCIS Immigration fee for green card







 

You got everything right, with the exception of $235 medical.  It is 235 but GBP, not USD.


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2014-03-02 16:44:00
United KingdomPayment Question

No, for the original I130 application. For the visa at the embassy, we used our UK debit card...unless they changed the rules in the last month or so.

 

 

How could you have paid for the I-130 at the Embassy, since you have to mail this form to them?  And as far as I know, you mail this credit card payment form along with your application.


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-21 18:58:00
United KingdomPayment Question

 

 

Ah.. okay. I think I misunderstood the OP (didn't realise they wanted to know about petition payments, which yeah, can be done without a card).

 

 

Now, I'm confused.  When you initially file your I-130 and send it to the Embassy (DCF), I believe you have to send a filled out Credit Card Payment form.  I think this is for the initial filing fee - not even sure how much it is.  Then when you get NOA1, you make another payment?  On the day of your interview, you have to make another payment. This may be for fingerprinting.  I found this in interview experience at the end of September:

 

"...We got called up to window 1. A VERY nice young British man asked us for all of our paperwork, and though my hands were shaking I knew exactly where everything was when he asked for it. He sent us around the corner to pay at the cashier (who was also amazingly nice) and told us to come back right after that. We handed him the receipt and he told us to take a seat and wait for our interview. It took less than 20 minutes with him to be done with us."

 

So, could someone, who has gone through the part or the whole process please let us know exactly how it is with payments?  I would like to know about the initial filing fee and other ones and how to pay them.


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-21 18:54:00
United KingdomPayment Question

 

It doesn't matter whose card you use, so long as they get their payment.

 

Ok, that's good news.  Thanks.   Also, I've read the interview stories and it looks as though you have to make some sort of payment before your interview.  Would this too be with credit card or it should be cash? This is done at the Embassy's cashiers.


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-21 18:02:00
United KingdomPayment Question

I've been reading this discussion and I have learned a lot from it.  Thank you. However, I do have a question regarding payments.  It has come to my attention that payments need to be made by credit card - by submitting a credit card payment form.  Debit cards are NOT accepted.  My question is: is there any other way to pay the processing fee and a visa? There are a lot of people who don't own a credit card and I'm one of them.  I decided years ago, to pay all my credit cards off and not to get another one.  What now? Can you maybe use your family member's or friend's credit card for that payment or does it have to be your credit card?

 

I must say, if there isn't another way, then it seems a bit unfair, since a person is not required to have one.


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-21 16:36:00
United KingdomAOS co-sponsor

So, I should not be concerned with my sister's status after July,right?


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2014-02-15 18:50:00
United KingdomAOS co-sponsor

hi

 

number one, you don't file the affidavit with the i130, that will come at the nvc stage months ahead.

 

she will already be a USC but FYI, LPR can be joint sponsors o co sponsors

 

 

 

I am well aware of that.  I will be filing through DCF, so she (sis) will definitely not be a USC by the time the interview for CR1 comes.


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2014-02-15 18:48:00
United KingdomAOS co-sponsor

Not sure why I haven't thought about this earlier, but it just hit me: my sister is going to be my wife's co-sponsor, when I file my I-130.  Thing is, my sister has been a permanent resident in the U.S., for almost 10 years, and her green card expires in July.  She has already filed her N-400, but it will take several months before she becomes a USC.  Even when August comes and she still hasn't taken her oath, she is still a legal resident, just cannot really travel anywhere.  How does the USCIS look at this - can she still be a co-sponsor or will she have to wait until she becomes a USC?  


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2014-02-15 18:10:00
United KingdomI-130 Change of Passport?

Nevermind. Just saw you have a bit of attitude. Deleting.

 

Perhaps you misunderstood.  My question was not about whether or not EU issues passports, but you knew that since you replied and answered my question.  The other user, had obviously picked something to pick on.  I would have refrained from pointing this out to him, if he - in addition to that comment, had answered my question just as you have.  So, I'm having an attitude? I was very polite.  I've been using this portal since its inception (different username then) and I had never had anyone tell me I had an attitude.  That's ok though. There's a first time for everything :)


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2014-02-23 13:06:00
United KingdomI-130 Change of Passport?

Put her new married name on forms. List maiden name where asked other names used. She can keep the passport she has, bearing in mind it costs more and takes longer to renew from the US. Her decision might depend on how long is left on the current passport. Even of you file the petition and she should decide on a new one before interview and visa, that is okay too.

 

 

Thank you for clarifying this.  Her passport is still good for another 8+years, but I figured she would have to change it before the interview at least - in order to get her visa affixed. We will be filing through DCF, so I guess she should start thinking about getting the new passport shortly.


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2014-02-23 11:57:00
United KingdomI-130 Change of Passport?

as far as I know the EU do not issue passport

 

Last time I checked, this was not a comedic forum, but thanks for pointing out your sense of humor.  Looks as though, you have missed the part of my intent to keep my wife's nationality an on need-to-know basis only.  Anyway, thanks for NOT answering my question.


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2014-02-23 11:52:00
United KingdomI-130 Change of Passport?

Hey everyone.  Couple of quick questions that came to mind, my wife and I got married and she took my Last Name. Now, we are about to file the I-130. Her EU passport bares her maiden name only. Does she have to change her passport before we file the petition or is it ok to send the copy of that passport and just fill in all the details about different names? Also, on I-130 form, do I put her details as Mrs Myname or her maiden name?


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2014-02-23 10:56:00
United KingdomName Change/Birth Certificate

I APOLOGIZE FOR DOUBLE POSTING THIS - I figured it most likely should have been posted as a new topic in the first place.

 

My question: do I include my wife's birth certificate (Non-UK)  along with legal translation, in my initial I-130 package? The list of required documents doesn't mention that - just her passport, but I want to make sure I don't miss anything.  

 

One other thing that caught my attention, is the mention of Statutory Declaration of 1835 for change of name in the UK or Court Order for petitioner and beneficiary (if applicable).  This is mentioned in the CHECKLIST for I-130 under the list of document order under which they should be submitted.  What does it mean exactly and what makes this applicable to my case?  We got married in the UK and she will take on my Last Name.  Thing is, how do I actually go about changing her name to mine? The only thing I was told was, that our marriage certificate gives me the right to ask for legal change of name at all institutions (e.g., NHS, HMRC, banks).  This is a bit confusing, for I thought you actually have to sign something at the Registry Office if your wife to take on you Last Name.


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2014-03-02 10:22:00
United KingdomEmail address for IV unit at Embassy in London (split topic)

I'm not 100% sure, but I believe, you can e-mail the local USCIS team in London at: uscis.london@uscis.dhs.gov

 


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2014-03-10 06:50:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)I-864 help!!!! please

I am confused when it came to section 5,the sponsors household size.My fiance is willing to file the I-864A which is a Affidavit of Support Contract Between Sponsor and Household Member.HERE IS MY PROBLEM. If she is a household member,were do I file her as a household member in section 5 of the I-864?Can I indicate that she is a household member on the I-864.I just want to be 100% sure before I send my paperwork of to NVC.I've searched the previous posts,but did not find answers for this question

 

Your household size is calculated by including all dependents.  These are:

- unmarried children under 21 yrs of age (even if they're not living with you). There are exclusions, but you never mentioned having children, so i will skip that.

- spouse

- people you may not even be legally obligated to support financially but you have claimed them as dependents on your tax return.

- all persons you are about to sponsor - your parents.

 

Since you have a fiance and she's living with you, as long as you have not claimed her or/and her child as dependents on your tax return, you do NOT count them as household members.


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2014-07-23 17:07:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)I-864 help!!!! please

I am a US citizen.I need some desperate insight/help on filing the I-864.I am the primary sponsor for my parents coming from South Africa.I just payed my visa fees with the dept of state and is prompted to file the I-864.I live with my fiance and her son.I work in law enforcement and with our household size ,I do not make enough money to sponsor my folks.My fiance however makes pretty good money and would be a great co-sponsor.I understands that she needs to file a I-864 A , but what I have a problem with is  part .5(sponsor's household size) on the I-864 form.I do not know where to indicate that I have a  non-family/non-dependent/fiance household member.OR maybe I'm just reading this wrong.Please help.I'd like to file the form ASAP

 

First of all, you mentioned you're a U.S. citizen, but your status says your naturalization is pending. Which one is it?  Now, I'm not sure if I'm understanding correctly, so I will ask: what visa fees have you paid - for yourself or intending immigrant/-s? 

 

Your household size is made of people who you are legally obligated to support (e.g., wife, unmarried kids). If you want to sponsor your parents, then your household size would be 3.  There is a lot of information on this subject.  Do a search on I-864 in the forum and you will surely find the answers.  Hope this helps a little. Good luck.


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2014-07-23 07:04:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionA few naturalisation questions

Why would anyone consider the cost of filing I-751 a hidden or even an additional cost of filing N-400?  Those things are two separate steps in naturalization process.  

 

You get your first GC, which is most likely a conditional one.  When you have one, you have to file this I-751 form, no later than 90 days before your 2 year "anniversary," and this will result with you getting another GC, valid for 10 yrs.  Now, if you became a permanent resident (PR) through marriage to the USC, then after removing your conditional status, you can file your N-400 a year after - 3 yrs after becoming a PR.  If you get divorced before this date, then you will have to wait until you have been a PR for 5 yrs.  Then you can file.  Some people wait until their GC is about to expire and then file for citizenship.  So, in all, the total true cost of filing your N-400 is $680.  This is what you have to pay to the USCIS.  I do not count the cost of passport and pictures.


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-11 09:47:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionN-400 Lost Letter?

Yes, she has.  Infopass was the way to go. She was finger-printed that day.  Also, they took her picture and told her she should get her interview withing two months.  On behalf of my friend, I thank you all for help.


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2014-03-26 14:43:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionN-400 Lost Letter?

Yeah it appears that mistakes can happen. So hopefully they meant March 10! Even then its March 23 now. So that is still a problem because mail doesn't take over 10 days here in the U.S. She should really fight to get another appt because they should see it was mailed out february 10 and it being march 23 they know the letter didn't come. She should speak to a level 2 supervisor. I wish your friend good luck!!

Apparently, when she checked her online status, it was at the end of February - so that couldn't have been a mistake on their part.  That makes it 30 days past that date.  She has made an Infopass appointment for tomorrow and hopefully she will be given the chance to get her fingerprints taken on the spot.  Thanks for the help.  I will give an update when she comes back and informs me of what she was able to accomplish.


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2014-03-24 11:29:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionN-400 Lost Letter?

Let her contact the congressman office which serves her area. mostly she will get another appointment within a week

 

I know that sometimes helps, but I wouldn't really recommend her doing so, this early, plus it isn't the case of USCIS losing her paperwork or such.  It's better to wait a little.  Doing too much, too quickly, can sometimes hurt more than not doing anything ;) 


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2014-03-22 06:05:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionN-400 Lost Letter?

Hi Bluebird,

 

My husband recvd the text/email that on Feb 21st we got our FP letter mailed out.

 

We then received it March 15th and the envelope said it was mailed on March 12th!!! So the notification was wrong and I stressed out and worried for nothing.

 

The letter was coming from AZ to CA and it should have only taken a few days but it turned into 3 weeks. I called USCIS 2x and they told me nothing can be done about it until it's been 30 days to get a new letter. They also said they don't know the appt info because it is the nearest field office to us who sets it up and they dont' have access to their info. All they could do is that at the 30 day mark make a note so that I get a new appt.

 

So you are past the 30 day mark she should call and ask for a new letter.

Hi.   Thanks for the info.  So maybe, they made a mistake and put February instead of March in the system.  I'm not sure when my friend checked her status online, but it seems as it must have been just a few days ago - I'll ask.  If in fact they did send it out on March 10 and not February, then she should be ok.  The frustrating part is, that when she spoke to USCIS CR, they never could tell her anything except for what she saw on her own screen. They just told her that it's been noted. I told her to call them again and try and speak to Level 2 supervisor, because they have access to more information.  I have yet to find out whether or not she was successful at speaking to level 2 agent. 


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2014-03-22 06:01:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionN-400 Lost Letter?

 

There is at least one very recent posting of a petitioner who had the exact same problem and called the USCIS several times to find out what had happened to her Biometrics appointment. She (or he), like your friend, was also not informed that one had already been scheduled. Eventually, her (or his) application was denied by default which was communicated to her (or him) months later. 

 

The question is less about wondering about this, that and the other and taking action. Your friend doesn't seem to like driving two and a half hours each way to take a chance that might resolve this; does she have a better plan? If she does, she should definitely take it.

 

I'm pretty sure it's not about wanting or not wanting to drive.  It's more a question of being able to take time off from work with short notice - which is very hard to do from what she's told me, and the money for gas is also an issue. I will convey the message and let her decide on what she wants to do.  I know this much, USCIS doesn't just deny your application right away. From what I hear, it takes about a year to get denied on grounds of abandonment.  Thanks for all the info though.  I hope she can get them to reschedule.


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2014-03-21 16:17:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionN-400 Lost Letter?

 

Possible solution:

 

- Attempt to make InfoPass appointment at local field office

- If one is not available, show up anyway as a walk-in (have ready to hand: Green Card, Driver's Licence, Notice of Action (I assume she at least got that?) and any other correspondence received with the N-400 petition

- Explain the situation to an Immigration Officer at the field office and attempt to either:

   a) have a new Biometrics appoinement scheduled to be issued by local field office OR

   b) plead to see if providing an on-site Biometrics record (if the office has such facilities) wold be permitted

 

There is some hope in that the USCIS permits early Biometrics with scheduled appointments and also provides some flexibility to petitioners who show up after their scheduled date. I am not sure how long this flexibility is (and it would naturally vary from office to office), but I seem to recal anecdotal evidence that suggests it could be as long as thirty days. This is important to ensure that the N-400 is not denied by default for abandonment on the part of the petitioner.

 

Thank you for the info.  I told her about the InfoPass before I wrote here.  thing is, she lives 350 miles from Dallas and 2.5 hr drive from nearest local office (Memphis). She's a single mother and ti would be very difficult for her to just drive up to either location without knowing whether or not she'll be able to take care of anything.  I know that when they schedule fingerprinting, they sometimes do that locally, so I wonder if that's what they scheduled for her. What I don't understand, is why wasn't she told about the details of her appointment when she called to inquire. 


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2014-03-21 14:34:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionN-400 Lost Letter?

Hey everyone. I just found out, that my friend did not receive her fingerprinting appointment letter, she was supposedly mailed.  She filed at Dallas Lockbox, received a txt confirming receipt of paperwork, then she waited.  Nothing was coming, so she went online and checked her case status, only to find out that a letter for fingerprinting appointment, was mailed out to her on February 10th. Nothing came, and she assumes that her appointment might have already happened.  She called USCIS and they just noted what she said - that's all.  What now?


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2014-03-21 12:27:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionDeported for an Agravated felony but we think he is a US Citizen? What to do next?

Yes he is and ill tell you one thing he is very grateful for what he once had , he said this experience has definitely enlightened him and because of what he went through he is looking forward to becoming a better man and contributing member of society ! So in the long run it was good that all of this happened, it made him want to change . 

 

;)  Good to hear.  We all make mistakes, but when you learn from them and turn things around, is what makes one a better person.

He should also thank you for being on here - in order to help him.


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2014-04-07 12:14:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionDeported for an Agravated felony but we think he is a US Citizen? What to do next?

Hello everyone, just wanted to say my cousin is back in the United States , he received his US Passport last week from the embassy, and he arrived Saturday Morning. Thank you everyone for your help !

 

That quick. Wow.  Congratulations.  Now, I hope that with all this drama he's gone through, he will abide by the rules and shows that one can lead an example of a good citizen :)


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2014-04-07 11:35:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionDeported for an Agravated felony but we think he is a US Citizen? What to do next?

Congratulations are in order.  It's good to hear the Government was able to overlook your cousin's and his parent's screw up.  


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2014-03-07 10:07:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionDeported for an Agravated felony but we think he is a US Citizen? What to do next?

 

 

And just for your reference: In this case, the child was born 1992; entered country 1998, age 6; mother naturalized 2004.

 

Citizenship at Birth for Children Born Outside the U.S. and its Territories

A Child Born Outside the U.S. is a Citizen at Birth IF...

AND...

Both parents were U.S. citizens at the time of birth,

The parents were married at the time of birth and at least one parent lived in the U.S. or its territories prior to the birth.

If the child was born out of wedlock, see N-600: FAQ.

One parent is a U.S. citizen at the time of birth and the birthdate is on or after November 14, 1986

The parents are married at the time of birth and the U.S. citizen parent had been physically present in the U.S. or its territories for a period of at least five years at some time in his or her life prior to the birth, of which at least two years were after his or her 14th birthday. 

If the U.S. citizen parent spent time abroad in any of the following three capacities, this can also be counted towards the physical presence requirement:

·         Serving honorably in the U.S. Armed Forces;

·         Employed with the U.S. Government; or

·         Employed with certain international organizations. 

Additionally, time spent abroad by the U.S. citizen parent while the U.S. citizen parent was the unmarried son or daughter and a member of the household of a person who meets any of the three conditions listed above can also be counted.

If the child was born out of wedlock, see N-600: FAQ.

 

No one has full knowledge of anything in particular. We learn something new everyday and laws and regulations change over time.  I have in fact educated myself and given the information provided at that time, I have commented accordingly.  You see to know more about the subject - I was not given that information. It may have been provided at later time and it is too time consuming for me to read all the posts in this thread. A lot of information shared here, was shared several times by other VJ members.  I am not the one who will reside at the Tribunal in the hearing of this guy's case, so I do not have to be aware of all the facts.  However, I keep in mind the fact - I suggest you do the same, that this is a case of a person who became LPR, lost that privilege, got deported and is now fighting to "retroactively" become a USC, for the purpose of rendering his deportation illegal.  All I am saying, is good luck.


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2014-03-05 11:05:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionDeported for an Agravated felony but we think he is a US Citizen? What to do next?

 

No, he DID automatically become a USC when he was born to the USC parent. If for some reason he did not (father didn't meet the residency requirements to confir citizenship), then when his mother naturalized he would have became a USC anyway/automatically.

 

Do you really expect the immigration authorities to find something they aren't looking for? Judging for the number of mistaken RFEs and mistakes mentioned on this forum it shouldn't be surprised that the bureaucracy is comprised of humans.

 

You can search google for Accidental US citizenship. It does happen and people have issues with the IRS because they automatically became citizens but didn't realize it.

 

Mistakes at USCIS happen and I'm well aware of that.  Lets not forget, this guy came to the States and became LPR.  There are documents which had to been provided before he was given his LPR status. USCIS would have learned then, that the guy was born onto USC parent/parents. Yet, he was still given LPR.  That's crazy.


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2014-03-05 10:51:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionDeported for an Agravated felony but we think he is a US Citizen? What to do next?

I did a little digging. The N-600 is the way to go. The "CRBA" is generally only until 18 years of age. 

 

Interestingly enough the n-600 instructions and the DOS website (

 

The N-600 looks like the way to go. Someone mentioned this back in one of the first pages. Someone else mentioned that it would be difficult to do because they may require you to attend an interview in the US, thus, creating a catch 22 situation. The N-600 instructions nor google indicate anything about moral character. Nor would it make sense since you are not gaining citizenship, but rather documenting the citizenship you acquired at birth. 

 

 

Again, he did NOT automatically become a USC when he was born onto USC parent/parents. That right is there if he or his parents (as long he's under age) choose so, but they haven't.  They brought him to the States on some sort of visa and he became LPR. Why would anyone become a LPR instead of just claiming that rightful Citizenship, is beyond me.  All the paperwork that was filled out and submitted to USCIS would have uncovered the fact of him being a USC by birth, but it hasn't. That's why I think there's something wrong with the entire picture.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2014-03-05 10:22:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionDeported for an Agravated felony but we think he is a US Citizen? What to do next?

Pretty sure that there is a deadline to claim citizenship from a naturalized parent. Another requirement is to have good morals!

 

Just as another VJ member has stated before, I came to the same conclusion, that this thread should have been closed long time ago, for it is a waste of time. Trying to explain things to people who do not want an advice, but rather an agreement, is pointless.  As much as I would like for someone to get their second chance, I do not believe his [this guy's] deportation will get overturned and citizenship will be awarded to him.  I'm sorry to be so pessimistic, but I am just looking at facts and statistics.


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2014-03-05 08:00:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionDeported for an Agravated felony but we think he is a US Citizen? What to do next?

I believe it's already been discussed in detail throughout this thread, but anyway:

1) If he is a US citizen by virtue of his birth to a US citizen, he is what is called a "natural born" US citizen and that status cannot be revoked unilaterally (meaning the only way to lose the status is to do something, on purpose, with the intention of relinquishing US citizenship). Aside from the criminal background, he could be president, unlike naturalized citizens.

2) If #1 above does not apply and if he became a US citizen through his mother's naturalization before he turned 18, his status as a US citizen cannot be revoked except through denaturalization, which can only occur within specific circumstances, none of which apply here. In any case, the fact that he was deported in the first place was illegal and does not affect his status as a US citizen.



I cannot stress this enough, he is NOT a natural born USC. He was born onto USC parent/parents on the foreign soil. As it was mentioned several times throughout this thread, he held a LPR status for more than 12 years, so he is not a USC in any shape or form, period.  


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2014-03-05 06:38:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionDeported for an Agravated felony but we think he is a US Citizen? What to do next?

1:    He didn't realize he would be deported during his sentence or sentencing? You know when the judge said he would be deported on the completion of his sentence. 

 

2:    He was admitted to the US on the basis of a Honduran birth certificate?! 

 

3:    When completing the LPR application what did they write under the parents citizenship box? (As everyone here will recall you had to give the names, places of birth and citizenship of parents when completing the green card application.)

 

This story makes zero sense and i have my doubts on the veracity of the information. I'm out.

 

Those are some of the questions I've been trying to raise - without being too intrusive ;)  Homeland Security will definitely look into that.  This guy (aka cousin) may have not actually known all of that, since his parents mostly like filed for him LPR.


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2014-03-04 17:09:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionDeported for an Agravated felony but we think he is a US Citizen? What to do next?

 

Yes, I see your point, it seems convenient when you put it like that, but on the flipside, perhaps it never occurred to them until everything was said and done.

 

Anyway, a lot of Americans don't even know that they are legally required to present evidence of US citizenship when entering the US. Most Americans don't really need to know that since most of them are not citizens of another country, but my point is that it isn't far-fetched that it would not occur to an American citizen abroad to file a CRBA for their child for immigration purposes. 

Amen to that.


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2014-03-04 16:56:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionDeported for an Agravated felony but we think he is a US Citizen? What to do next?

 

 

 

Because the fact he was an LPR is irrelevant.  If you ask why he was brought as an LPR instead of as a US citizen, the best answer I can give is that his father did not know he could file a CRBA for him.

Ok, but ignorance of the law is not an excuse and does not make one immune to the consequences.  And by 'ignorance' I mean the lack of knowledge of the law


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2014-03-04 16:25:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionDeported for an Agravated felony but we think he is a US Citizen? What to do next?

 

 I've been around immigration forums (not just this one) for long enough to be reasonably confident in my ability to detect an embittered individual over one who simply doesn't know any better.

 

I've been quite active on Immigration forums as well (for the past 10 years or so), and I have helped people with their paperwork as well.  I never judge, but I am quite surprised on how this fight for proving U.S. Citizenship came about 12 years after being a LPR, only after having been deported for a criminal offense.  It makes me wonder. That's all.  I'm done here and I wish them good luck.


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2014-03-04 16:09:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionDeported for an Agravated felony but we think he is a US Citizen? What to do next?

 

Exactly this.  You don't need to report the birth using CRBA to validate him as a US citizen.  He has compelling evidence that he is a US citizen by birth to a US citizen father.  If by right he is a US citizen, it cannot be taken away.

 

Why is everyone keep missing or not acknowledging the fact that he represented himself as a LPR for all these years and not as a USC...up until he lost his LPR.   I agree, parents are not required to file a CBRA for their child.  Also, that child doesn't have to become a USC - ever.  The child was brought to the States by his parents and became LPR and not a USC, why?


bluebird74MaleUnited Kingdom2014-03-04 16:00:00